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Topeka, KS Weather on May 26
May 26th in Topeka, KS typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 77°F and lows near 57°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 26th was in 2012 (84°F average), while the coldest was 1992 (49°F) — a 35°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 47% of May 26th dates historically, with the wettest May 26th recording 8.18" of rain. The last decade has been 5.1°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 26
Planning for May 26th in Topeka, KS? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 26 Weather Records for Topeka
- •The all-time record high for May 26th in Topeka, KS is 96°F, set in 2018.
- •The coldest May 26th on record dropped to 43°F in 1992.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 26th in 4 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 26th was 15°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 26 ever in Topeka?
The warmest May 26 in Topeka, KS reached 96°F in 2018. That is 19°F above the long-term average high of 77°F.
What was the coldest May 26 ever in Topeka?
The coldest May 26 in Topeka, KS dropped to 43°F in 1992. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 57°F.
What is the average temperature on May 26 in Topeka?
On May 26, Topeka averages a high of 77°F and a low of 57°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from TOPEKA FORBES FLD.
How many years of weather data are available for May 26 in Topeka?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 26 in Topeka, KS, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 26 Weather History in Topeka
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 59°F | 54°F | 2.06" | -- |
| 2024 | 80°F | 58°F | 1.88" | -- |
| 2023 | 81°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 64°F | 48°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2021 | 88°F | 67°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2020 | 69°F | 62°F | 2.29" | -- |
| 2019 | 81°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 96°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 87°F | 60°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2016 | 83°F | 63°F | 6.38" | -- |
| 2015 | 79°F | 61°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2014 | 81°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 84°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 92°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 69°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 86°F | 61°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2009 | 77°F | 61°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2008 | 78°F | 64°F | 1.32" | -- |
| 2007 | 77°F | 59°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2006 | 90°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 77°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 67°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 76°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 77°F | 46°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2001 | 77°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 84°F | 64°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 1999 | 76°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 77°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 64°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 81°F | 61°F | 8.18" | -- |
| 1995 | 64°F | 52°F | 0.61" | -- |
| 1994 | 75°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 77°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 55°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 80°F | 60°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 1990 | 76°F | 63°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1989 | 74°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 80°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 84°F | 65°F | 0.89" | -- |
| 1986 | 74°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 93°F | 63°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 1984 | 72°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 80°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 70°F | 54°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 1981 | 83°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 82°F | 65°F | 4.85" | -- |
| 1979 | 80°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 87°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 60°F | 54°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1975 | 72°F | 55°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 1974 | 75°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 74°F | 60°F | 4.06" | -- |
| 1972 | 86°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 62°F | 51°F | 0.05" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: TOPEKA FORBES FLD
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Topeka, KS, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.